Quality Tech

nVent; Centralia (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) matching

Job summary

nVent in Centralia, Illinois, is seeking a Quality Inspector to support manufacturing quality. You will inspect outputs, read blueprints, and ensure processes comply with standards while recording results in quality databases and training production teams on QC measures.

The role requires 1-3 years in quality, attention to detail, and knowledge of production processes. Strong analytical, mathematical, and communication skills are essential for identifying defects and driving improvements.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in quality in a manufacturing setting
• High School Diploma; additional qualifications a plus
• Exceptional attention to detail to identify defects and inconsistencies
• Technical knowledge of production processes, materials and quality standards
• Analytical skills to interpret data from testing processes
• Mathematical skills for precise measurement and calculations
• Problem-solving to find root causes and suggested solutions
• Communication to relay quality issues to teams and management

Responsibilities

• Inspect outputs using standard methods and compare to standards
• Ensure assembly/production lines meet standards and procedures
• Read blueprints, data, manuals to determine specs and inspection methods
• Record results and input data into quality databases
• Train production team on quality control measures
• Propose improvements to production processes
• Measure products with gauges and assist calibration
• Collect and analyze statistical quality data
• Develop test methods and inspection plans
• Identify causes of defects and reworks and recommend actions
• Discard items not meeting specs
• Discuss results with responsible teams and recommend corrective actions
• Maintain document control

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

In this position, you will get to:

• Inspect output samples using industry-appropriate methods, such as comparing to standards, measuring dimensions, and examining functionality
• Check that the assembly or production line adheres to standards, and procedures, and complies with set requirements
• Read blueprints, data, manuals, or other materials to determine specifications, inspection and testing procedures
• Record inspection results by completing reports, summarizing re-works and wastes and inputting data into quality database
• Train the production team on quality control measures to improve product excellence
• Propose improvements to the production process
• Use gauges such as calipers and micrometers to measure products, and assist in the equipment is calibration processes
• Collect and compiling statistical quality data
• Assist in the development of test methods and inspection plans
• Assist in determining the causes of product defects and reworks
• Discard or rejecting products, materials, or equipment not meeting specifications
• Discuss inspection results with those responsible for products, and recommending necessary corrective actions
• Assist in maintaining Document Control

You have:

• 1-3 years previous experience in Quality in a manufacturing setting.
• High school degree; Further qualifications will be a plus
• Exceptional attention to detail to be able to identify defects and inconsistencies in products or services
• Technical knowledge and understanding of the production process, materials and quality control standards
• Analytical skills to interpret and analyze data from the testing processes
• Mathematical skills for precise measurements and calculations
• Problem-solving skills to identify the root cause of quality issues and suggest effective solutions
• Communication skills to effectively relay information about quality issues and solutions to teams and management

Position requires you to be on your feet throughout shift. Bending, reaching, and lifting up to 40 lbs. may be required. Basic computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel)

WE HAVE:

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees Pay Transparency

nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply. Compensation Range: $20.40 - $37.80 Per Hour Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes: Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance. A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match. Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth. At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.